| 25. A Silver Gilt Chalice, Early 18th Century
The cup engraved with imimages of Christ, the Virgin, Saint John the Baptist, and the Holy Cross, all enclosed within rococo cartouches, the stem terminating in a pronounced circular base engraved with tools from the passion of Christ enclosed within elaborate scroll cartouches. 9 3/4" h. 12.9 ozt.
2,000/4,000
Condition: interior scratched deeply, gilding rubbed, body slightly scratched, dents on foot, underside of base with small repair (1/2").
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